Women’s philanthropy group raises money, collects food donations for Sycamore food pantry

PEO Chapter DX hosts Jazz in Progress concert for a good cause

Jazz in Progress performs a concert in DeKalb on Dec. 7, 2024. — Jazz in Progress performs a concert in Sycamore on Dec. 7, 2024. (Photo provided by Katie Sherman)

December 30, 2024 at 10:00 am CST

SYCAMORE – On Dec. 7, local women’s philanthropic education organization PEO Chapter DX hosted Jazz in Progress at Sycamore United Methodist Church, featuring a holiday concert and food drive.

The event was a success, with more than 80 people in attendance and $520 raised, along with three boxes of food donations for the Sycamore Food Pantry, according to a news release. Amounts raised surpassed the 2023 totals.

Linda Sherman, PEO chapter DX President, introduces members of Jazz in Progress on Dec. 7, 2024. — Linda Sherman, PEO Chapter DX president, introduces members of Jazz in Progress on Dec. 7, 2024. (Photo provided by Katie Sherman)

Jazz in Progress performed a set of holiday classics with a funky tone that included an unexpected Louis Armstrong impression.